MANILA, Philippines — The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) suspended on Monday, September 1, classes in all levels and government work in 17 areas due to persistent heavy rains.
The suspension order covers Metro Manila, Albay, Antique, Bulacan, Camarines Norte, Camarines Sur, Catanduanes, Cavite, Laguna, Masbate, Negros Occidental, Northern Samar, Occidental Mindoro, Pampanga, Quezon, Rizal, and Sorsogon.
DILG suspends classes, gov’t work in 17 areas
In its advisory, the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council reported widespread downpour in several regions, prompting warnings of possible flooding in Metro Manila, Cavite, Laguna, and Bulacan., This news data comes from:http://yjvb-dy-gy-yvr.aichuwei.com
The suspension aims to ensure the safety of students, teachers, and government employees.
Authorities urged residents in flood-prone and low-lying communities to take precautionary measures and remain alert for further advisories as rains are expected to continue.
- Marcos leads oath taking of new officers of League of Provinces of the Philippines
- Students, faculty file complaint against Universidad de Manila president
- Gasoline, diesel price hikes seen next week
- Housing secretary declares 'zero-tolerance' policy on corruption
- Pagasa sees two to four tropical cyclones hitting Philippines in September
- Vietnam evacuates thousands ahead of Typhoon Kajiki
- Iran-backed Houthis raid UN offices in Yemen and detain at least 11 employees
- Inflation up 1.5% in August
- DOST, SM Supermalls partner to empower businesses with sustainable practices
- Metro Manila disaster agencies expand response areas in preparation for 'Big One'
